Minneapolis
September 8, 2019

Man shot dead in north Minneapolis home

The gunfire occurred in the 3800 block of Lyndale Avenue N., police said.
West Metro
September 8, 2019

10 years in prison for robber who struck Walgreens 5 times in Twin Cities for drugs

One haul in Edina netted more than $50,000 in drugs, authorities said.
East Metro
September 7, 2019
Dennis Shaw, visiting the Twin Cities for work from Indiana, pulled a kayak into Bald Eagle Lake in White Bear Township. for afternoon fishing last we

White Bear Township wants to tap into city aid but keep rural ways

Residents want state financial aid for cities while maintaining a small-town style of governance.
Minneapolis
September 7, 2019
The Minneapolis City Hall/Hennepin County Courthouse clock.

Ex-Minneapolis employee arrested for allegedly threatening former colleagues, sources say

He meant to harm those in Public Works after losing his job, police say.
Minneapolis
September 7, 2019
Greg Hanson blows his horn as part of his persona as the Norse god Odin. He likes to be known as "
Sir Odin. "] Story about tailgating and how it has

New technology, foods and a quiet space await Minnesota Vikings fans at season-opener Sunday

Team banking on new attractions inside stadium.
Minneapolis
September 7, 2019
Dorothy Swenson, right, with Victors teammate Jan Norton Berkland in July 1952. The team enjoyed great success.

Softball, Sears filled Dorothy Swenson's active, lively life

Until her retirement in 1987, she spent nearly 45 years as a cog in that giant Sears retail machine, taking her frustration out on the field.
Stage & Arts
September 7, 2019

Longtime Guthrie dramaturg Michael Lupu, who shaped shows for decades, dies at 89

A giant in the field, he was internationally recognized in a role that often goes unnoticed.
Local
September 7, 2019
New Department of Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead took questions from state senators after being introduced at the start of a Minnesota Sta

Can a new leader calm the turmoil at Minnesota DHS?

Jodi Harpstead takes the helm at an agency roiled by errors and recent resignations.
South Metro
September 7, 2019
Patrick Winter, owner of Red Barn Farm in Northfield, showed off his rebuilt event barn a year after a devastating tornado. ] GLEN STUBBE • gle

Family rebuilds wedding barn after devastating tornado in Northfield, Minn.

A new, 5,000-square-foot structure that's heated, air-conditioned and full of custom touches that the Winters' old barn, for all its charm, lacked.
Local
September 7, 2019

Minnesota briefs: Invasive beetle found in Steele County

Local
September 7, 2019
Scientists at the U have developed an autonomous Toro mower for farmers, which is electric/solar powered and learns a precise mowing path through a fi

Minnesota teams look to have 'cowbot' ready for a pasture next summer

University of Minnesota team, Toro researchers are developing a robotic mower for farmers.
Minneapolis
September 7, 2019
The 10-ton sculpture called 'Nibus' which rests outside the Hennepin County Central Library in downtown Minneapolis has been closed off by barricades

Brooks: Homeless find community, comfort at Minneapolis Central Library

It's proof that libraries have always been more than just buildings full of books.
St. Paul
September 7, 2019
Police vehicles remained at the intersection of Midway Parkway and Snelling Ave. near the main entrance to the Minnesota State Fair grounds late Monda

Gang violence marred final hours of Minnesota State Fair

With residents alarmed over gang violence outside gate, officials stress the event's safety.
East Metro
September 7, 2019

Two found dead in New Brighton

Emergency dispatchers told officers that the caller's husband had threatened to kill his daughter.
Local
September 7, 2019
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon toured the Ramsey County elections office with elections manager Joe Mansky. This is the last day of early vo

Cost forecast for Super Tuesday in Minnesota triples, thanks in part to 2 legalize-marijuana parties

Secretary of state says new major parties on ballots will boost costs.
St. Paul
September 7, 2019
Kacey Feiner

1 dead in overnight shooting in St. Paul's Battle Creek area

Family members identified the victim as 22-year-old Kacey Feiner.
South Metro
September 7, 2019

Twin Cities metro police blotter, Sept. 8

Local
September 7, 2019

Metro briefs: Edina residents asked to avoid Mirror Lake after high levels of blue-green algae found

Duluth
September 7, 2019

Family says body found in Duluth waters is that of missing 21-year-old

A UMD student went missing near that area earlier this week.

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